Leelah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-lah / ˈliːləHebrew; Arabic
Meaning
God's promise (Hebrew); night (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Leelah is derived from 'lailah,' meaning 'night,' and is often associated with beauty and tranquility. In Arabic, it also relates to the concept of night, symbolizing mystery and depth. The name has been embraced in various cultures, reflecting themes of hope and serenity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Leila
- Lila
- Layla
International Variants
- Laila (Arabic)
- Leila (Persian)
- Lila (Spanish)
Famous people named Leelah
Leelah Alcorn — transgender activist.
Fictional characters named Leelah
Leelah — The Last of Us: Part II.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leelah was first seen in the United States in 2000. Leelah has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Leelah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leelah (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 18 |